Fécamp

Fécamp

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Fécamp		Saint-Léonard at 2.7 km (5 min)
Insee code	76259		Toussaint at 4.7 km (8 min)
Postcode	76400		Criquebeuf-en-Caux at 4.8 km (8 min)
Latitude	49.7556010		Ganzeville at 4.8 km (8 min)
Longitude	0.3807740		Senneville-sur-Fécamp at 5.7 km (9 min)
Altitude	From 0 to 125 meters		Froberville at 5.7 km (8 min)
Surface	15.07 km²		Épreville at 6.2 km (8 min)
Population	19169 inhabitants		Colleville at 6.2 km (10 min)
Density	1321 inhabitants/km²		Contremoulins at 6.7 km (10 min)
National labels			Maniquerville at 7.9 km (10 min)
Chief town	Rouen (at 87 km, 70 min)		Életot at 8.4 km (10 min)
Department	Seine-Maritime		Sainte-Hélène-Bondeville at 8.6 km (10 min)
Region	Upper Normandy		Search another town

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In Normandy, the Alabaster Coast, 2 hours from Paris, Fécamp seduced by its authenticity. At the junction of four roads historical and heiress of a great past, she has witnessed the greatest period of industrial fishing.

Former capital of the Dukes of Normandy, the birthplace of the Benedictine liqueur, a leading center of radar during the 2nd World War, the city just waiting to reveal its riches. The fishing port and marina in the heart of the city, the pace of life of this seaside resort with many facets. Two-step, the Pays de Caux to go for hikes and discovery of land in an unspoiled landscape where green chips enhance the charm of old stone and thatched cottages. Led all year with its shops, restaurants, Casino and major appointments, Fécamp is a genuine call and promise an unforgettable stay.

• Abbey of the Holy Trinity:

• The parish church of Holy Trinity Abbey Church was dependent on Abbey Fécamp 1001, date of arrival of the first abbot William of Volpiano until 1792. Its imposing dimensions due to the importance of the abbey, founded by Richard II, Duke of Normandy, and the pilgrimage of the Precious Blood of Christ, whose relics are preserved in the church.
• Amazing with its size, its length of 127 m (as long as Notre Dame de Paris) and its light, the church has a nave of infancy and a Gothic dome typical of Norman Gothic architecture.
• Member of the Historical Route of Abbeys Norman. Abbey organ and historical monument.

• Notre-Dame de Hi:

• Nestled on Cape Fagnet and used bitter (cue Sea) vessels, the chapel has a nautical atmosphere.
• It is home to many ex-voto offerings of sailors following a wish come true and save the memory of the perished at sea
• Once pilgrimage route, the "feel the sailors' port connects to the chapel (ex quay Maupassant).

• Saint-Etienne:

• The Church of Saint-Etienne, built in the 16th century, remained unfinished until the 19th century, has a Renaissance classified historic monument.
• Built on a promontory, it overlooks the port and the church is especially privileged sailors who annually celebrate the Saint-Pierre (1st Sunday in February).

• Cape Town Fagnet:

• From the top of its 110 meters, Cape Fagnet offers a breathtaking panorama on the sea cliffs, and the port city of Fécamp.
• Site Policy through the ages - Gallic oppidum (ditch still visible), most of Baldwin during the wars of religion (destroyed in the 16th century), the blockhouse Atlantic Wall (accessible by guided tours) - is characterized in landscape by the profile of the sailors' chapel, and since 2006 the wind farm.
• Site of the major tourist city, it also houses a bird sanctuary and leaves through the GR 21 which overlooks the cliffs.
• Blockhouse of the Atlantic Wall: Occupied by German forces from June 1940 to September 1944, Fécamp sees himself in 1942 with a large radar station built into the device's Atlantic wall. The villas of the sea and the casino are blown up for easy shooting, as these houses on the route of anti-tank ditches. Located on Cape Fagnet, these bunkers are available during the guided tours organized by the Heritage Department.
• Wind Park: Introduced in 2006, five wind turbines Cape Fagnet, called Alcion, Zephyr, Alizé, Whirlpool and Mistral, producing the equivalent of domestic consumption of 10 000 inhabitants, almost half the population Fecamp . At a height of 49 m and equipped with blades 27 m long, made of fiberglass, they can withstand winds up to 250 km / h.

• Palais Benedictine:

• Unusual, magic, the eclectic architecture of Gothic-inspired - Renaissance, the Benedictine Palace invites you to discover a history of a product.
• In this exceptional site that is developed over a century Benedictine liqueur, 95% exported worldwide.
• This monument, inaugurated in 1900, offers five themes to explore: a palace out of the ordinary, a unique collection of antiques, plants and spices from around the world, the distillery and cellars of the Benedictine liqueur, exhibitions of 'modern art.
• The Cabinet of manuscripts on the circuit tour of the museum. In this study, presents the finest ancient manuscripts collection Palais Benedictine books of hours, illuminations of the 15th and 16th centuries, and the charters of the abbey Fécamp the 11th and 12th centuries.

• Palazzo Ducale:

• 1 and Richard Richard 2nd make Fécamp one of the capitals of the Duchy of Normandy. First ashore modest wooden palace was rebuilt in stone by Richard II. In 1067, William the Conqueror celebrated Easter ostentatiously after his victory at Hastings who is the king of England.
• The present remains date from the 12th century, the rebuilding of the Palace by Henry Plantagenet 2nd.

• Museum of Newfoundland and Fisheries:

• Facing the sea, this museum presents the great adventure of marine Fécamp leaving for several months fishing for cod in the icy waters of Newfoundland. Part of the museum is reserved for the herring fishery, which made the fortune of the port since the Middle Ages and the processing of this fish in the racket. A beautiful collection of designs offers a broad overview of the last century sailing trawlers of our time. The museum also mentioned other activities related to the sea: the shipyards, rescue, sea bathing, port development?

• Museum-Discovery of Chocolate:

• An invitation to discover gourmet history, culture, processing of the cocoa bean to the chocolate. Free visit, video and tasting.

• The Garden of Louanne:

• Discover, rediscover, awaken your senses, be in harmony with nature: 15 000 m² of gardens to visit theme: rock garden, water garden ...

• Early February: Saint Pierre des Marins.
• In May: Sailing Festival.
• In June Estivoiles (Feast of the sea and music).
• In September: Salon Nautique de Normandie.
• Late November: Herring Day.
• Throughout the year: Concerts under Rivage Musical.

• A Maniquerville:

• Visit a farm snails (discovery workshops breeding, hatchery, nursery, park fattening and laboratory).
• Museum of Agriculture Au Fil du Temps: This exhibition brings together over 1,200 pieces stored in a farmhouse traditional 19th century brick and flint. The museum welcomes you to discover or rediscover the development of agriculture of the time manual today. Normand taste for groups.

• A Bretteville-du-Grand-Caux

• Ecomuseum Apple and Cider: Drink a glass of cider is not only a drink, but also capture the taste of a land, its apples, its presses, its cellars, its barrels and the history of men of Normandy? Side museum, a brick and flint of the 16th century, in which a collection of 1,000 pieces is presented. Capper, stills, and a tour of the winery and orchard with stirring to the press will tell the journey of making cider. Inquiries +33 2 35 27 41 09. Address: 1315 Highway Goderville.
• Exhibition on flax: In a hovel typically ended cauchois within a dwelling dating from the 18th century, you can follow the history of flax, field clothing, in a free exhibition. For the eyes and ears, a videotape, photographic material and texts can become familiar with the culture of flax. For fingers, samples (tow, tow, seeds, ASEAN) are available to compare the different qualities of flax with their names and also discover its many uses (domestic car doors, composite panels, oil ...) .

• Routes Impressionists: They let you discover through reading tables the main themes in Impressionist painting, on the same sites which were painted the works reproduced. The route "Sea" shows the country to Fécamp with "hoop" Jules Christmas and a version of the pebble beach and painted by Claude Monet. In Yport, "rocks" by Claude Emile Schuffenecker. At Etretat, "the door of downstream vessels out" and "fishing boats" by Claude Monet.
• Route historic abbeys Norman: The Norman abbeys are an important part of the heritage of Normandy. Loaded with history and legends, they are now protected sites. Some have retained their original destination and host to a monastic community. Most public or private property, enjoy a cultural reuse often allowing their backup. The historical road of Norman abbeys to discover this heritage, and the various surrounding sites (churches, castles, gardens, museums?). Concerts high level are also given in the magnificent architectural Norman abbeys. In the Country of High Cliffs, the Abbey of the Holy Trinity Abbey Fécamp and Notre Dame du Pré de Valmont are part of this historic route.
• William the Conqueror's Road: William the Conqueror is a crossroads between English history and French history. Through these two countries, William the Conqueror Route connects buildings and battlefields where he left his imprint. In Normandy, it follows his rise to power, its political intrigues, his marriage and the Invasion and Conquest. In East Sussex, she recounts the events of the fall of 1066 and reveals the imprint left by the Normans in the landscape and the Anglo-Saxon civilization. Fécamp, former capital of the Dukes of Normandy, William the Conqueror received several occasions. As such, it is an essential step of this historic route.
• The road to the ivory and spices: The idea that the earth was round and there was possibility to open new shipping routes, merchants and shipowners in the 16th century Norman took adventurous initiatives. They accounted for vessels bringing valuable goods, silks, ivory and spices that far, came through a long earthly journey. On the coast of the Pays de Caux are created when the shipyards and all ports are enriched by the trade of commodities distant. It is the story of this extraordinary economic development said that the historic route of ivory and spices. This tour brings together the most representative places of the region: castles, abbeys, churches, parks and gardens, museums ... (27 remarkable sites including the magnificent Palais Benedictine Fécamp).

Seawall promenade Fécamp (© City of Fécamp)		Entrance to the Port (© City of Fécamp)
Lighthouse Fécamp (© City of Fécamp)		Harbour View
The Benedictine Palace		The Chapel of Our Lady of Hi
The dam the harbor entrance		Wind Turbines Fécamp

Sunday 3 June Day Night Min. 13°C - Max. 24°C

Monday 4 June Day Night Min. 12°C - Max. 14°C

Tuesday 5 June Day Night Min. 7°C - Max. 13°C

Le bec au cauchois   10 Valmont Located in the heart of the country of Caux, near the cliffs of Etretat and Fecamp port, our establishment is open for a moment of gastronomy and refinement. One word for our team and... Located 8.1 km from Fécamp From 30 € to 65 € per person

Domaine Saint-Clair Étretat Our restaurant. A Pleasure for your pupils, a delight for your taste... Our Chef, Olivier Foulon, offers gourmet cuisine of tradition and innovation. Grasses, herbs and sweet spices... Located 13.2 km from Fécamp From 25 € to 75 € per person

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Chambre Marine et Chambre Romantique     9.3 Fécamp Located in a large maison de maitre, the bedrooms have sea views over the rooftops. Each room the decoration has its own bathroom and toilet. You can enjoy the flower garden or in winter... Located in Fécamp 56 € the double room

L'etable de la broche a rotir...     9.6 Tourville-les-Ifs .. Nelly and Philippe welcome you in their renovated barn in 1820... In the countryside. In a Farmhouse. Typical Upper Normandy brick flint... The welcome is warm friendly and easily...... Located 5.6 km from Fécamp 55 € the double room

Suite 2 chambres tv-sdb (4pers)     9.7 Saint-Léonard Alabaster CoastCatering cottages at the seaside5 bedrooms with bathroom and tv. Halfway between Fecamp and Etretat 2 km.. Sea Yport shops, casinoIn an old farmhouse to spend a quiet... Located 6.4 km from Fécamp 60 € the double room

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Echappée-mer   8 Fécamp 400 m from the beach, cliffs and the marina, a charming town house carefully decorated with intimate enclosed garden situated in a quiet street and not overlooked, very well equipped... Located in Fécamp From 420 € to 690 € per week

L' Echo des Vagues 3***   9.2   SPECIAL OFFER Fécamp The echo waves (3 *** new standard) for 2 to 4 people, is open throughout the year at 50 m from the port and city center, 150 meters from the beach, rent for weekend, weeks... Quiet... Located in Fécamp From 340 € to 420 € per week

Grand F1 étoilé ** avec une superbe vue  SPECIAL OFFER Fécamp The 2nd floor of a quiet building with elevator, big F1 (2 stars prefecture new standards) up to 32 m² including comfort, independent kitchen, large separate lounge with flat screen... Located in Fécamp From 230 € to 370 € per week

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Vent d'Ouest      8 Fécamp Vent-d’Ouest Hotel is located in the town of Fecamp in the Normandy region. It is beside the harbour and just 800 metres from the beach. The guest rooms at Vent-d’Ouest Hotel are equipped... Located in Fécamp Room from 57 €

Le Grand Pavois      9.2 Fécamp Located opposite Fécamp Port, just 200 metres from the beach, this hotel offers a piano bar and air-conditioned rooms with balconies and free Wi-Fi access. Rooms are elegantly decorated... Located in Fécamp Room from 95 €

La Ferme De La Chapelle      7 Fécamp Offering a sumptuous panorama, this former priory farm is set on the cliffs between Dieppe and Etretat. It features particularly well-designed accommodation and practical facilities.... Located in Fécamp Room from 75 €

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